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Highlights

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Fully equipped kitchens
  • Indoor basketball court
  • Walk-in closets
  • Dog park
  • Outdoor pool

Location

2937 Sw Mcclure Rd, Topeka, KS 66614, USA|Southwest Topeka
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Kensington Apartments

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(785) 272-2321

Property Overview

Kensington features an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.6, highlighting its great value, exceptional amenities, and convenient location, with ratings of 10, 9, and 9 out of 10 respectively. The property offers desirable features such as a 24-hour fitness center, indoor basketball court, and outdoor pool, while being highly rated for value per square foot. Additionally, it is noted for supporting a vibrant social life with accessible public spaces and nearby transportation options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Kensington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kensington has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1B1B - 576 SF1 bed1 bath576 sqft$675 /mo1 unit available
1B1B -576 SF1 bed1 bath486 sqft$675 /mo1 unit available
2B1B - 805 SF2 bed1 bath805 sqft$775 /mo1 unit available
2B1B - 822 SF2 bed1 bath822 sqft$795 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Kensington

Building

Business CenterFitness Center
Onsite LaundrySauna

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool

Neighborhood

Private Off Street Parking
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About Kensington

HomeApartments in TopekaSouthwest Topeka Kensington

Kensington cost $675–$795 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: business center and on-site laundry. Located at 2937 Sw Mcclure Rd, Topeka, KS 66614, USA, Kensington has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Topeka, renting an apartment at Kensington is 11% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Topeka include but are not limited to: 1321 Sw Polk St


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Kensington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kensington has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Kensington
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Kensington offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Kensington goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including business center. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Kensington receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Kensington is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Kensington does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Kensington is great for:

Social life

  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • The area has transit options

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Kensington compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 123 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Southwest Topeka

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 12% lower than 1-bedrooms in Southwest Topeka.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Kensington to be 10% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Southwest Topeka.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Southwest Topeka
Topeka
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Topeka
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$675
March 2024$670
April 2024$668
May 2024$681
June 2024$686
July 2024$650
August 2024$649
September 2024$650
October 2024$649
November 2024$649
December 2024$649
January 2025$649
February 2025$693
March 2025$708
April 2025$696
May 2025$704
June 2025$739
July 2025$721
August 2025$700
September 2025$700
October 2025$698
November 2025$705
December 2025$697
January 2026$689
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Southwest Topeka
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$628
March 2024$628
April 2024$670
May 2024$695
May 2025$715
June 2025$740
July 2025$765

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $675.
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Schools near Kensington

McClure Elementary School

2529 sw chelsea dr

topeka, KS, 66614

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Getting around Topeka near 2937 Sw Mcclure Rd

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

0/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2937 Sw Mcclure Rd, Topeka

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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